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Exploring the pay and career progression experiences of the over 50 female workforce in Scotland

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is seeking to commission a qualitative investigation titled "Exploring the pay and career progression experiences of the over 50 female workforce in Scotland". This procurement process is currently in the Award stage, having received bids for this open procedure that focuses on services within the social research and environmental protection sectors. The last date for submitting bids was on 4th November 2021, after which the contract has been awarded, with a value of £29,970. The work aims to gather insights through interviews with women over 50 and their employers, contributing to evidence for the Fair Work Convention.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in social research, especially those experienced in conducting qualitative interviews. Companies with expertise in understanding workforce dynamics, gender studies, or advocating for fair work practices would be particularly well-suited to participate. Additionally, firms that have successfully engaged with older demographics or are familiar with the Scottish employment landscape could leverage this opportunity to enhance their portfolios and expand their influence within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Exploring the pay and career progression experiences of the over 50 female workforce in Scotland

Notice Description

The Fair Work Convention - an independent body with a remit to advise Scottish Ministers and advocate and promote fair work - wishes to commission a qualitative investigation into the pay and career progression experiences of women over 50 in Scotland. The commission calls for a series of qualitative interviews with women aged over 50 and with employers. The aim of the work is to provide the Fair Work Convention with a base of evidence built from the experiences of these interviewees.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Fair Work Convention - an independent body with a remit to advise Scottish Ministers and advocate and promote fair work - wishes to commission a qualitative investigation into the pay and career progression experiences of women over 50 in Scotland. The commission calls for a series of qualitative interviews with women aged over 50 and with employers. The aim of the work is to provide the Fair Work Convention with a base of evidence built from the experiences of these interviewees.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000670612
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN438574
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£29,970 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Jonathan Wright
Contact Email
eilidh.currie@gov.scot, jonathan.wright@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 7833402235

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NIESR

Further Information

Notice Documents

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